Welder

AIR MASTER SYSTEMS CORP; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Norton Shores is seeking a skilled welder to create quality welds according to specifications. Candidates should have at least one year of experience with stainless steel and ability to read blueprints. Responsibilities include inspecting welds, setting up equipment, and ensuring all safety devices are in use. The role demands good communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience on stainless steel and carbon steel.
• 1 year experience interpreting blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Create quality welds according to blueprints.
• Inspect welds for accuracy.
• Set up equipment and weld parts together using TIG, MIG.
• Change wire and gas tanks as needed.
• Ensure equipment is used safely.

Skills

Knowledge of weld materials

Production processes

Ability to read blueprints

Good verbal communication

Good written communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary: Creates quality welds according to product specification and blueprints. Resolves problems and notifies supervisor of deficiencies and issues regarding completion.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Create quality welds according to blueprints (weld symbols).
• Inspect welds for accuracy.
• Set up equipment and weld parts together using TIG, MIG arc welding processes.
• Change wire, welding, as needed; Change gas tanks, as needed
• Responsible for the proper stacking, identifying and moving of all finished products to the proper location.
• Ensure all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use.
• Performs first piece inspections as well as all subsequent inspections as required by RMF standards.
• Monitor equipment and request maintenance when required.
• Perform simple maintenance and repair as required
• Grinding and DA of parts welded
• Continuous improvement, quality, and safety

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1 year experience on stainless steel and carbon steel
• 1 year experience interpreting blueprints

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge: Knowledge of weld materials, production processes, machines, hardware, and assembly tools; Ability to read and interpret blueprints and layouts when needed. Ability to work at a quick pace while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Good computer skills.

Abilities : Ability to accurately prepare documents, production sheets and other reports and related paperwork as required by our procedures; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints; Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion; Ability to apply principles of logical thinking of a wide range of practical problems; Ability to work independently and make independent decisions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. Work might entail significant time spent standing, exposure to extreme temperatures, enduring distracting/uncomfortable sounds and noise levels, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Employee may be required to climb stairs as needed to access various areas of the building. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.

Work Environments: Job requires dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, pre-employment physical and background checks.